Kaaos Festival announces Soilwork, Smash Into Pieces, Lillmåns and Numento for 2027

Kaaos Festival, taking place in Vaasa, Finland on July 30–31, 2027, has announced four more acts: Swedish metal heavyweights Soilwork and Smash Into Pieces, alongside Finnish artists Lillmåns and Numento. With these additions, 13 of the festival’s planned 20 acts have now been revealed.

Soilwork brings melodic death metal to Vaasa

Led by vocalist Björn “Speed” Strid, Sweden’s Soilwork has been one of melodic death metal’s most recognizable names for over three decades. Combining crushing riffs with memorable melodies and a modern metal sound, the band has released acclaimed albums including “Stabbing the Drama“, “The Living Infinite” and “Övergivenheten“.

Smash Into Pieces promises a spectacular live show

Fellow Swedish act Smash Into Pieces blends modern rock and metal with electronic elements and huge choruses. Known for tracks such as “Six Feet Under” and “Heroes Are Calling“, the band has also built a reputation for visually striking performances featuring its mysterious drummer, APOC.

Finntroll vocalist Mathias Lillmåns to make a rare festival appearance

Mathias “Vreth” Lillmåns, known for his work with Finntroll and …And Oceans, will bring his solo project Lillmåns to Kaaos Festival for a rare festival performance. The project explores a collision of black and doom metal, industrial-flavored electronics and 1990s breakbeat influences. The recent single “Inherit the Morning Sun” previews a debut solo album planned for early 2027.

Numento joins the Finnish contingent

Finnish progressive melodic death metal band Numento combines heavy guitar work, varied vocals and the distinctive sound of the kantele. Its recent single “Folie à Deux” draws on twisted romance and true-crime themes. The group has also attracted international attention through live appearances and its success at Wacken Metal Battle.

13 acts announced, seven more to come

Previously confirmed performers include Tarja Turunen, Old Man’s Child, Marko Hietala, Blaze Bayley, Scar Symmetry, The Unguided, Fimbul Winter, Black Spikes and Zero Nine.

Kaaos Festival 2027 lineup so far:

• Soilwork (SWE) – NEW
• Smash Into Pieces (SWE) – NEW
• Lillmåns (FIN) – NEW
• Numento (FIN) – NEW
• Tarja Turunen
• Old Man’s Child (NOR)
• Marko Hietala
• Blaze Bayley (UK)
• Scar Symmetry (SWE)
• The Unguided (SWE)
• Fimbul Winter (SWE)
• Black Spikes (LTU)
• Zero Nine

Kaaos Festival returns for its third edition on July 30–31, 2027, at the former Wasalandia site in Vaskiluoto, Vaasa, Finland. The 2026 edition welcomed more than 3,000 visitors over two days. The event is for ages 18 and over.

Tickets and information: kaaosfestival.fi